Music Industry
Jimi Hendrix Bandmates' Heirs Lose U.K. Royalties Lawsuit Against Sony Music
A London judge has ruled that bassist Noel Redding and drummer Mitch Mitchell signed away their copyrights in “clear and unequivocal” terms.
Michael Stipe Debuts New Solo Song on Colbert
Also discussed on Colbert: R.E.M. reunions, sea shanties, and a tree that sounds like Daft Punk
Siblings Detail Sexual Assault Lawsuit Against Michael Jackson Estate
The singer’s “second family” filed the federal lawsuit in February
Heirs of Jimi Hendrix’s Bandmates Lose U.K. Royalties Trial Against Sony Music
A London judge has ruled that bassist Noel Redding and drummer Mitch Mitchell signed away their copyrights in “clear and unequivocal” terms.
Five Burning Questions About Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Drop Dead’ Debuting at No. 1
This week's Five Burning Questions looks at Olivia Rodrigo's new single, which becomes her fourth single to bow atop the Billboard Hot 100.
From the CEO’s Desk to the Concert Stage: Jorge Mejía on His New Classical Album & Balancing Life as an Artist and Executive
The president and CEO of Sony Music Publishing Latin America & U.S. Latin is also an accomplished pianist and composer.
Owen Kiernan Discusses Cutting Through Digital Noise for Artists and Labels
The next instalment of our Members Voices series is live. Owen Kiernan, Head of Digital at Cr2 Records, on how artists and labels can cut through the noise of more than 120,000 tracks added to DSPs ev
Plus Media & EMM Partner to Boost Cuba's Urban Music Scene
"Cuban artists have the ‘street cred,’ but they lack the experience," Plus Media's CEO Maykel Barzagas tells Billboard.
Michael Stipe Debuts New Solo Song on Colbert
Also discussed on Colbert: R.E.M. reunions, sea shanties, and a tree that sounds like Daft Punk
Siblings Detail Sexual Assault Allegations Against Michael Jackson Estate
The singer’s “second family” filed the federal lawsuit in February
BMG+Concord is the music industry’s biggest bet in years. What’s the plan?
Thomas Coesfeld and Bob Valentine answer MBW's questions on a mega-merger – and ambitious targets Source
Indie Label Plus Media & EMM Look to Amplify Cuba’s Booming Urban Music Scene With New Deal
"Cuban artists have the ‘street cred,’ but they lack the experience," Plus Media's CEO Maykel Barzagas tells Billboard.
Taylor Swift Voice Trademarks, T.I. Catalog Lawsuit, D4vd Murder Case & More Top Music Law News
In this week's Legal Beat newsletter, Taylor fights AI deepfakes, T.I. sues over his masters, D4vd faces ugly new accusations and much more.
Michael Stipe Shares New Solo Song and Discusses Influences on Colbert
Also discussed on Colbert: R.E.M. reunions, sea shanties, and a tree that sounds like Daft Punk
Siblings Detail Sexual Assault Lawsuit Against Michael Jackson Estate
The singer’s “second family” filed the federal lawsuit in February
Billboard's Music Industry Events Calendar
A complete rundown of the most important events across the music business.
Michael Stipe's Solo Debut and Colbert Appearance
Also discussed on Colbert: R.E.M. reunions, sea shanties, and a tree that sounds like Daft Punk
Sexual Assault Lawsuit Filed Against Michael Jackson Estate
The singer’s “second family” filed the federal lawsuit in February
Sleater-Kinney and Liz Phair Announce Co-Headlining Tour
The Flannel and the Fury tour nods to “the female-fronted bands who staked their claim to center stage in a male-dominated music industry,” says Phair
The Return of Cheetos® Flamin’ Hot® Dill Pickle Hits the Streets of Austin for the Ultimate Taste Test
This is partner content. Billboard and Cheetos hit the streets of Austin, Texas, to test the hype of the Cheetos® Flamin’ Hot® Dill Pickle, now available in Puffs nationwide. Let’s see if folks thought it was tasty, tangy or spicy. Tetris Kelly: Yo, Austin, big news. Cheetos® Flamin’ Hot® Dill Pick